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President Biden wraps up Asia trip; Sweden seeks to join NATO.
10 dead in Buffalo, N.Y., mass shooting police investigating as hate crime; Amber Heard to resume testimony
President Biden will return to Washington, D.C., Friday after a five-day trip to Europe in which he met with military allies. The president stressed the strength of the ties he went there to maintain. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on what Biden said he accomplished during his time abroad.
President Joe Biden said a strong NATO makes the entire world stronger as he took questions from reporters with Finnish President Sauli Niinistö. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has analysis of Mr. Biden remarks.
Ulko-Tammio Island in Finland is declaring itself to be the world's first "phone-free" zone for tourists. Finnish tourism officials are asking visitors to switch off their devices while in the area -- but this is voluntary, and phone service is still available on the island if needed. Jacqui Gifford, editor-in-chief of Travel + Leisure magazine, has more.
As NATO's newest member starts building a fence along its shared border with Russia, one of Finland's top diplomats tells CBS News why his country wanted to join, and what it means for the alliance.
Russian's invasion of Ukraine helped push Finland into becoming the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization on Tuesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reported from Kyiv, Ukraine, on the move. Then, Elisabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the impact of NATO's expansion to the European region.
Finland became the 31st nation to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization on Tuesday, a move that came in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Finland's border with Russia is over 800 miles long. Holly Williams has the details.
Finland has officially become the newest member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. The country applied to become part of the NATO alliance following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee discusses with Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Russia's war on Ukraine "precipitated the very thing President Putin wanted to avoid: a stronger, more unified, Transatlantic Alliance."
Finland is closer to becoming a NATO member after Turkey's parliament voted to approve the Nordic nation's application on Thursday. CBS News anchors Weijia Jiang and Jim Axelrod spoke with senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata about the next steps for the country and Sweden's stalled application.
Alarmed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago, Finland abandoned its decadeslong policy of nonalignment and applied to join the alliance.
Finland is offering free trips to 10 people, who will take a four-day "Masterclass of Happiness."
The World Happiness Report ranked the Nordic state first for the sixth consecutive year.
Finland is the happiest country in the world for the sixth year in a row, according to the U.N.'s World Happiness Report. Most of the countries in the top 10 are in Europe, and the U.S. was ranked 15th. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
Turkey announced it will support Finland's bid to join NATO. Both Finland and Sweden applied to become part of the military alliance 10 months ago in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Heather Conley, president of the German Marshall Fund of the U.S., joins CBS News to discuss.
Sanna Marin was 34 years old when she assumed office as Finland’s prime minister. She told 60 Minutes younger generations understand the urgency of climate change.
Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin told 60 Minutes that, if Ukraine does not win against Russia, “we would send that kind of message that you can invade another country.”
Finland's 37-year-old prime minister talked with 60 Minutes about the urgency of climate change — and why she thinks Ukraine must win the war against Russia.
One of the youngest heads of government in the world, Sanna Marin, talks about her tough stance on Putin, Finland's application for NATO, and her critics.
From 1993, Morley Safer's report on how Finland's people suffer universal melancholy and resort to Finnish-style tango for entertainment.
Following the invasion of Ukraine, Finland, which shares a border with Russia, announced it would apply for NATO membership - ending seven decades of Finnish military neutrality. Sunday, 60 Minutes’ Sharyn Alfonsi profiles the Prime Minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, who called for her country to join the alliance, at the prime minister’s official residence in Helsinki.
We leave you this Sunday morning with reindeer in northern Finland, prepping for their big night! Videographer: David Cohen.
"Because two women meet, it's not simply because of their gender," New Zealand's prime minister said after a reporter questioned if her "common stuff" with Finland's leader was the reason for the historic visit.
President Trump's comments came shortly after he said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on a vital Iranian oil hub.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
A federal judge has quashed a pair of grand jury subpoenas sent to the Federal Reserve Board as part of a criminal probe by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office.
Hamas called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighboring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
The State Department is seeking information on Iran's new supreme leader and nine other "key leaders" in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The attack hit four districts, damaging residential buildings, educational institutions and critical infrastructure, officials said.
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and opened fire, but he was the only one killed, law enforcement officials said.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Clinton, New Jersey, is known primarily for its old grist mill, its quaint downtown, and its historic resident, "Dave the Rave."
Jan Carey was facing two misdemeanor criminal counts in Washington, D.C., federal court.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
Matt Floca will be the new CEO and executive director of the Kennedy Center, President Trump announced.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?
Planning a trip? Travel experts recommend booking your flight soon as the Iran war drives up airline and ticket costs.
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
The State Department is seeking information on Iran's new supreme leader and nine other "key leaders" in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Jan Carey was facing two misdemeanor criminal counts in Washington, D.C., federal court.
Matt Floca will be the new CEO and executive director of the Kennedy Center, President Trump announced.
A security detail has been requested from the federal health department's inspector general for top federal housing official Bill Pulte.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
The attack hit four districts, damaging residential buildings, educational institutions and critical infrastructure, officials said.
The wild boar sparked a police response that drew in officers and veterinarians equipped with a tranquilizer gun, shields and even a blowgun.
Hamas called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighboring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself.
The State Department is seeking information on Iran's new supreme leader and nine other "key leaders" in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Amsterdam's mayor said police have CCTV footage of a person placing the explosive device against the school's exterior wall.
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "Deep Swimming."
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "Sway."
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "True Black."
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The 98th Academy Awards Sunday will feature a battle of vampires versus revolutionaries as the films "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" compete for many of the show's top prizes. Nigel Smith, senior movies editor for People, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk.
The suspect in the Michigan synagogue attack died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the FBI said at a news conference on Friday. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has the latest.
Officials in Michigan gave an update about Thursday's synagogue car ramming attack that the FBI is investigating as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
The U.S. is on high alert after two separate domestic attacks on Thursday: A shooting at Old Dominion University, and a car ramming at a Michigan synagogue. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest details on the incidents.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "Deep Swimming."
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "Sway."
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "True Black."
48 Hours correspondents Erin Moriarty and Anne-Marie Green discuss the murder of Mindi Kassotis on "Post Mortem." Her dismembered remains were discovered in the woods in 2022 after her husband told family and friends that Mindi had died in a hospital.
A Hawaii man gathers his group of friends to teach surfing lessons to strangers – and there is a powerful reason why they don't charge a cent. Plus, more heartwarming news.